Sr. Contract Administrator - Supply Chain - 139599

The Senior Contract Administrator is a highly experienced contracting professional responsible for the full lifecycle management of complex procurement and service-related contracts. This role serves as a technical expert and strategic advisor, partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure contracts are structured, negotiated, executed, and managed in compliance with applicable laws, policies, and organizational objectives.

The position supports a broad range of agreements, including purchased services, consulting engagements, technology and IT-related contracts, finance-related agreements, and other specialized services. The incumbent operates with a high degree of autonomy, provides guidance to departments, and may mentor or oversee lower-level staff.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Draft, review, negotiate, and execute highly complex, customized, and specialized contracts.
• Provide expert consultation and interpretation of contractual terms and conditions.
• Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and UC policies.
• Track key contract milestones such as renewals, amendments, expirations, and terminations.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and service providers.
• Monitor vendor performance against contractual obligations; conduct supplier business reviews and address compliance issues, disputes, or escalations.
• Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and standards impacting contract administration.
• Partner cross-functionally with IT, Finance, Risk, Legal, Compliance, and department leadership to align contracts with organizational goals.
• Clearly communicate contract obligations, risks, and requirements to stakeholders to promote transparency and accountability.
• Apply advanced problem-solving skills to complex, novel, or precedent-setting contracting issues.
• Mentor and support the development of lower-level buyers or contract administrators.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum of Five (5) or more years of experience in contract administration, procurement, or contract management with an emphasis on contract drafting and negotiation.

• Advanced knowledge of contracting principles, competitive procurement practices, and source selection techniques.

• Strong analytical, negotiation, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with finance related contracting (e.g., cost models, budget impact, financial terms) and/or IT contracting (e.g., software, hardware, cloud services, data security provisions).
• Experience in healthcare, especially within a large or academic medical center or public institution.
• Legal training or paralegal experience.
• Professional certifications such as ISM, APICS, or similar credentials.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.